I. Love. Cotton Candy. Any size, anytime, anywhere. Sugar spun intricately into fluffy clouds, laced with an array of delicate hues, instantly melting on the tongue. It’s deliciously-irresistible. Now if you know me in real life, you’ll know my cravings are anything but normal. And because I deeply miss summer and absolutely despise the painful, perpetually-annoying blasts of wind indulging in target practice with my face—I’ve been suffering from a serious case of withdrawal. Luckily (for me), the city is creeping and crawling with sugar-inducing-coma gold mines.

In rebellion against winter’s frigid approach, I’ve channeled the sugary-sweet vibes into an outfit fit for color-enthusiasts and cooler temperatures. I personally adore color, especially pastels. There’s just something incredibly-charming about the softer, simmered-down versions. I honestly wear them all the time–regardless of the season. But that’s just me.

I know what you’re thinking. This outfit is adorable, right? (At least, I hope so). On top, I’m wearing this almost bubblegum pink button-down. To shake things up, I went with powder blue trousers for an intense pastel explosion. Despite bathing in the warm sun, it was pretty chilly. By throwing on the grey cashmere sweater, I stayed relatively cozy–adding a subtle preppy touch and refines the look up a bit. I, of course, had to finish everything off with my favorite pair of shoes embossed with the signature red heart.Sweater: Ralph Lauren (similar here + here)

Shoes: Comme des Garçons (similar here)And for those who aren’t ready to commit to full, peacock-mode–but are ready to explore the wonderful world of color–start by collecting small pieces and incorporating them into your daily outfits. Don’t be afraid to experiment and don’t stress too much about coordinating.In this second look, I dialed down the color to a neutral-friendly palette, with the exception of a few small details. As a base, I’ve rolled up the sleeves of and tucked in a thick, cotton button-down into pearl-grey trousers. I wrapped a slinky, baby blue sweater around my waist to help redefine my shape. For an adorkable flare, I used a tiny silk scarf and tied it around my forehead. The little details may not seem like much at first, but they definitely give an overall freshness and playfulness to any outfit.Sweater: Club Monaco (similar here)